Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (2000)

The Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) supports and promotes the protection, enhancement, and wise use of the environmental to ensure sustainable use and preservation of the environment for future generations of Albertans while recognizing the need to promote Alberta’s economy. The Act determines the requirements for environmental impact assessments and established the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Fund.  The Act covers a wide range of activities relevant to Alberta’s wetlands including environmental assessment, reclamation, conservation easements, wastewater, storm drainage, and substance release.